16 Billion Passwords Leaked From Apple, Facebook, Google And More
Most of the leaked data came in the form of URLs, along with associated logins and passwords associated with Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub, Telegram, and even some government platforms.
Big Tech’s Trust Fall: How Scammers Hijack Airbnb And Co.
“A fake property listing looks, sounds and feels exactly the same as a genuine one.”
Glastonbury Glampers Scammed Out Of Thousands When Yurt Company Goes Belly-Up
What started as a luxury yurt fantasy for Glastonbury’s elite is now a $13,500 (R240,000) lesson in how not to trust a boutique tent dealer.
AI’s Dirty Little Secret: OpenAI’s New Image Generator Can Forge Docs Like A Pro
Fraudsters are happy to know that OpenAI’s new 4o model is dangerously good at faking real-world documents with pixel-perfect precision.
Friday Morning Spice
Ramaphosa poised for Cabinet shake-up, Bruce Springsteen to release 7 ‘Lost Albums’, JSE suffers R1-trillion rout on Trump tariffs, First Game ‘conversion’ to a mini Makro confirmed, and Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?
Royal Racket: Swindlers Impersonate Spain’s Princess Leonor on TikTok
These phoney Leonors from dozens of accounts have amassed a massive following with promises of “financial prizes” and claims that the princess has access to funds to assist those in need.
Hawks Nab SIM Swap Scammers In R18m Standard Bank Fraud Bust
SIM swap fraud, or SIM card swapping, is fast becoming a serious menace in our digital world.
South Africa Sounds The Alarm On WhatsApp Voice Notes
Staying a step ahead of cybercriminals in this age of increasingly sophisticated attacks hinges on awareness and proactive measures.
Scammers With Fake ‘Time Machine’ Dupe Dozens Of Elderly People
The scammers claimed an ‘Israel-made time machine’ could turn a 60-year-old into a 25-year-old in a couple of months.
Brad Pitt’s Rep Slams Scammers Caught Impersonating Star To Swindle Women On Social Media
Brad Pitt’s representative has come forward after scammers were busted for allegedly posing as the Hollywood star, tricking women on social media into handing over their money.
Extortionists Posing As Eskom Employee Target Simon’s Town Farmer
Extortionists posing as Eskom employees were out in full force in Simon’s Town recently, targeting a local farmer and his employees with a ruse about a problematic prepaid electricity box.
All The Online Scam Red Flags To Watch Out For Before Someone Takes You For A Fool
Word to the wise; share this with gran and gramps. You might help them save bank by not falling so easily into online scammers’ subtle traps.
Wednesday Morning Spice
Six bodies found in luxury Thai hotel, Ozzy Osbourne “fed up” with seeing Britney Spears dancing online, country singer heading to rehab after drunk national anthem, and Ramaphosa wants to address climate change.
Love Scammers In South Africa Are Getting Bold, Using Muthi And Phone Calls With Ancestors To Get Victims To Pay Up
A forensic investigator describes the latest shenanigans of scammers, who are now using pseudo-spiritual practices to lure their unsuspecting victims in.
Don’t Just Click ‘Remember Me’ – Password Tips To Protect Your Online Security
Passwords should be handled the same way as your underwear: frequently changed and hidden from strangers.
If You Get A Scary Call From A Loved One In Need Of Money, It Might Be An AI Scam
Advances in artificial intelligence have added a new layer of eerie to online and phone scams.
Woman Wants To Adopt A Kitten, Gets Scammed Out Of R13.5 Million
Meet the human embodiment of a facepalm emoji who should rather get a dog.
Scammers Have Come Up With A Cunning Restaurant Review Scheme
Restaurant review systems can make or break an establishment, and it is precisely that vulnerable position that has attracted some savvy scammers.
SA Shopper Blows Almost R700k On One Black Friday Purchase
This year’s Black Friday sales saw some really big spenders with a few South African shoppers dishing out hundreds of thousands of rands in a single transaction.
They Finally Nailed One Of Australia’s Most Notorious Con Artists
Samantha Azzopardi has spent years duping people into believing she’s a victim of sex trafficking, or Swedish royalty, or a Russian gymnast, among other things.
Watch Out For Fake City of Cape Town Electricity Officials
Scammers have been bluffing their way into people’s homes by posing as City of Cape Town officials, before stealing personal items.
Cape Town’s Fake Beggars Are Still At It
If you have spent enough time in Cape Town, there’s a good chance you’ve come across the infamous gang of professional beggars known as the Kumars.
Facebook Group Tracks The Movements Of Notorious Cape Town Scammers
A car parked at a busy intersection, and elaborate stories about the need for money for repairs or petrol, have led to these scammers gaining quite the reputation.
Watch Out For This Scam When Renewing Your Driver’s Licence
It has been less than a month since the Aarto Act was gazetted, and we’re already seeing confusion and criminals looking to take advantage of it.
Latest Local Email Scam Doing The Rounds Isn’t Very Convincing
Online scammers are an innovative lot, but the latest scam going around shouldn’t really fleece too many eagle-eyed observers.
The Ultimate Guide To Spotting An Online Scam
Online scammers are now more efficient and creative than ever before. As websites update their security features, so do fraudsters, which is why these tips will come in handy.